Associate Lawyer | Personal Injury

Hays; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in personal injury law is seeking an Intermediate or Senior Personal Injury Associate to join their dynamic litigation team. This role offers a full caseload with the support of legal administrative staff, allowing you to focus on representing clients in various personal injury cases. Enjoy a competitive compensation package, including a base salary and commission, alongside a hybrid work schedule that promotes work-life balance. The firm is committed to mentorship and professional development, making this an exciting opportunity for legal professionals looking to advance their careers in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation Package

Four Weeks of Vacation

Mentorship Opportunities

Legal Administrative Support

Remote Work Capabilities

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor or equivalent degree from an accredited law school.
• At least 4 years of experience in personal injury law.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in personal injury cases and manage a full caseload.
• Utilize practice management software for effective remote work.

Skills

Litigation Skills

Personal Injury Law Expertise

Caseload Management

Collaboration Skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

Practice Management Software

Job description

Join a well-established, well-reputed, and well-known personal injury law firm with offices across Ontario. This firm represents clients in all areas of personal injury law, including premises liability, medical malpractice, product liability, institutional sexual assault, and disability benefits claims. The firm is committed to providing meaningful mentorship, trial experience, and ongoing professional development.

Your New Role

As an Intermediate or Senior Personal Injury Associate, you will be part of a dynamic litigation team with lawyers at all levels of seniority. You will be provided with a full caseload, legal administrative support, and access to practice management software that enables effective remote work. You are not expected to bring in your own files.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in various personal injury cases, including premises liability, medical malpractice, product liability, institutional sexual assault, and disability benefits claims.
• Manage a full caseload with the support of legal administrative staff.
• Participate in trial experience and ongoing professional development.
• Utilize practice management software for effective remote work.
• Collaborate with colleagues at all levels of seniority.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) or equivalent degree from an accredited law school.
• License to practice law in Ontario.
• At least 4 years of experience in personal injury law (Open to candidates with an insurance defence background)
• Strong litigation skills and experience in handling personal injury cases.
• Ability to manage a full caseload and work effectively with legal administrative support.
• Proficiency in using practice management software.
• Commitment to professional development and mentorship.

What You'll Get in Return

The firm values its employees and offers a competitive compensation package :

• Competitive compensation package with a base salary of $120,000 and 20% commission on net fees.
• Four weeks of vacation.
• Hybrid work schedule with three days in the office.
• Opportunities for mentorship and trial experience.
• Legal administrative support and remote work capabilities.

What You Need to Do Now

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